2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |