2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1030 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 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2011 BMW 750 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. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3071 mm |