2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
