2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
