2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |