2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo

To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 858 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Charger 2004 Fiat Stilo
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Charger Stilo
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 341 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L