2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 252 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
