2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 770 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 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
