2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | X3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |