2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 509 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 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
