2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
