2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
