2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
