2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 980 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2003 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Stilo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
