2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
