2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 BMW 320

To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Because 2011 BMW 320 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 2011 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2011 BMW 320
Make Fiat BMW
Model Stilo 320
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 57 L


 

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