2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
