2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stilo | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
