2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
