2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1012 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
