2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1650 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
