2007 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
