2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
