2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2008 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | Croma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |