2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
