2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Stilo and 2007 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 318. 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 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2007 BMW 318 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 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Stilo | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |