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


 

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