2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
