2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X5 | Siena |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |