2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Stilo | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |