2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| 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 | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
