2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1235 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
