2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
Because 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |