2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |