2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Stilo and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Stilo | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10 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 | 1410 kg | 1425 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |