2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio II | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |