2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Renault Modus
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 2 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Modus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
