2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 490 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 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
