2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | 316 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |