2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
