2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 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 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Croma | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
