2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |