2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. Both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2003 Fiat Stilo are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
