2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
