2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 335 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.
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 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2004 Dodge Intrepid 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. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Stilo | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
