2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
