2009 BMW 528 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 BMW 528 and 2009 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 528 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 528 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |