2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2011 Peugeot 408 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. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
