2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X Activity | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
