2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
