1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
