2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1212 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 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | T5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |