2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 and 2005 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |