2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 55 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.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
