2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 312 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |