2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
