2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 2,445 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
