2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |