2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 2012 BMW 520 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. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Stilo | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |