2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (138 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 47 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 Kia Spectra (185 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
