2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |