2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
