2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | Multipla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |