2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
