2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (102 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 789 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 23.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
