2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Sedici | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
