2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1621 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2262 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |