2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Mazda 626. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |