2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |