2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2008 BMW 325 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. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |