2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1868 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
