2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 165 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Stilo | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |