2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 4 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 2005 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
