2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 935 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 X3 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 X3 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |