2008 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2008 BMW 135 and 2008 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 135 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |