2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
