2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (99 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
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, 2010 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
