2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 797 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.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Stilo | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
