2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
