2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |