2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
