2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 571 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 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
