2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 78 kg more 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |