2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio II | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |