2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Fiat Panda 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 178 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 Panda. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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2003 BMW X5 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X5 | Panda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |