2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Sedici | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
