2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
