2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 Fiat Stilo (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
