2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
