2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Stilo | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
