2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Fiat Siena 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 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena, 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Fiat Siena | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | Siena |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |