2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Stilo | ZS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
