2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. 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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Croma | 316 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
