2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 121 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
