2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 930 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 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
