2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
