2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 322 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.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Stilo Tiguan
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 200 HP
Torque 128 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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