2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa. 2005 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
