2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 783 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Palio | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
