2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
