2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 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 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Croma | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |