2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
