2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | R2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
