2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 749 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Stilo | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
