2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
