2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
