2007 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | Croma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |