2003 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
