2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Fabia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
