2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |