2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |