2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stilo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
