2006 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |