2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 145 kg more than 2002 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 (260 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Stilo | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
