2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Fiat Punto

To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Stilo 2003 Fiat Punto
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Stilo Punto
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 78.9 mm
Top Speed 203 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 14.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 47 L


 

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