2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Sportwagon | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
