2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Stilo | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
