2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 129 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |