2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tacoma | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
