2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Ford Edge

To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo.

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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2007 Ford Edge 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. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Stilo 2007 Ford Edge
Make Fiat Ford
Model Stilo Edge
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 72 L