2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |