2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
