2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X5 | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |