2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (136 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stilo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
