2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 MG TF

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2005 MG TF were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 MG TF.

Because 2005 MG TF 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 MG TF. 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 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Stilo 2005 MG TF
Make Fiat MG
Model Stilo TF
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1596 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Top Speed 185 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1200 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 50 L


 

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