2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
