2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Stilo | xA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
