2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Stilo | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |