2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Coupe | X3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |