2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |