2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
