2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
