2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 133 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1399 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
