2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Stilo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |