2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Stilo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1851 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
