2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 325 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 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Audi S3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Stilo | S3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |