2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |