2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |