2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 39 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |