1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Dinan | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Dinan | Croma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |