2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 131 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stilo | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |