2006 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 BMW 335 and 2006 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |