2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Palio | 523 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
