2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
