2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 78 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |