2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
