2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
