2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 602 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
