2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,445 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
