2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 827 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (490 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 999.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
