2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 87 kg more 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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
