2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |