2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
