2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 352 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
