2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
