2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 279 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Stilo | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |