2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
