2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1315 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 309 HP |
Torque | 129 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |