2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |