2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Siena and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 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 325 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 325. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Siena | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Siena | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |