2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
