2008 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2005 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
