2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 24 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
