2006 BMW 116 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
