2008 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2008 BMW 323 and 2008 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 323 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 2008 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1579 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
