2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
