2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Croma | 328 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |