2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1395 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
