2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 907 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |