2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |