2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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 Idea, 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 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea. 2008 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Idea | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |