2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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 Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
