2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford Ranger

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.

Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (323 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2004 Ford Ranger
Make Fiat Ford
Model Stilo Ranger
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 323 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1208 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 74 L


 

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