2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 490 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 318 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 318. 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 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | Siena |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |