2006 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 30 L |
