2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (196 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
