2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |