2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |