2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
