1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Palio | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |
