2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
