2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
