2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1325 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |