2004 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, both 2004 BMW 535 and 2004 Fiat Albea were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 535 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 2004 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea, 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 535 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
