2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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2008 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Echo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |