2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo

To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.

Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. 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 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2006 Fiat Stilo
Make BMW Fiat
Model 530 Stilo
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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