2009 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2009 BMW 118 and 2009 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
