2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Sequoia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2606 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
