2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 105 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.
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 Rover 45 (123 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Stilo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
