2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Palio and 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
