2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
