2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |