2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1135 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X5 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 30 L |