2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Fiat Fiorino were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 125 | Fiorino |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |