2005 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 545 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
