2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | Siena |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 227 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 54 L |