2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
