2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
