2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Stilo | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |