2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |