2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (138 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 495 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
