2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Fiat Siena

To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 340 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 320 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 320. 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 320 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2007 Fiat Siena
Make BMW Fiat
Model 320 Siena
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 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 201 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 218 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 16.3 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 1430 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 47 L


 

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