2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
