2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 491 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.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |