2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1776 mm |
