2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
