2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
