2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
