1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | RAV4 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
