2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |