2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | Palio II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |