2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 765 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 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Palio | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
