2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
