2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2004 Lincoln Mark X were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 600 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 Lincoln Mark X 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 Lincoln Mark X. 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 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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 Lincoln Mark X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Stilo | Mark X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
