2002 Honda City vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 468 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | City | Stilo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |