2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Stilo and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Stilo | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |