2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 312 kg more than 2002 Saturn L.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Stilo | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
