2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Stilo | VX220 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |