2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Stilo | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
