2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
