2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
