2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Grande Punto | X3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |