2000 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
