2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 341 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stilo | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |