2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1107 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |
