2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Sedici | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
