2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 363 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |