2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 650 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |