2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 80 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2008 Mini Cooper 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. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Stilo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |