2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 308 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, 2007 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
