2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
