2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Toyota MR2

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.

Because 2006 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Stilo 2006 Toyota MR2
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Stilo MR2
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2446 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Top Speed 215 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm


 

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