2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |