2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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, 2002 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Stilo | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
