2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
