2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 200 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
