2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici 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:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Sedici | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
