2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
