2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |