2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 128 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Stilo | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |