2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 362 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Holden Zafira 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. 2005 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Stilo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
