2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 and 2005 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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 730 (300 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 730 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |