2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Punto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |