2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |