2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
