2007 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
