2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
