2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Croma | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |