2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 120 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
