2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Stilo | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
