1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 119 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
