2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Stilo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
