2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Because 2011 BMW 525 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 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2011 BMW 525 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. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Fiorino | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
