2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 377 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 Renault Scenic (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
