2004 BMW 545 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, 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 545 (447 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 545 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
