2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
