2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2002 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Stilo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
