2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
