2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
