2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
