2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, both 2002 Fiat Palio and 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Fiat Palio 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Fiat Rolls-Royce
Model Palio Silver Seraph
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 94 L


 

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