2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |