2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 BMW X Activity and 2003 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X Activity | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X Activity | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |