2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Citroen C4 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. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Stilo | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
