2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Stilo | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |