2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
