2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
