2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Stilo | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2475 mm |
