2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 923 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Stilo Pathfinder
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 202 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2238 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L


 

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