2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |