2009 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
