2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (135 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 306 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.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
