2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
