2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Stilo and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Stilo | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |