2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |