2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
