2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1212 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |