2009 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 530 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |