2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
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, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
