2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
