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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 3000 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 53 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 (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (196 Nm @ 1500 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 | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
