2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 261 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Stilo | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
