2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1429 mm |