2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 447 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 184 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
