2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
