2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | X3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
