2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
