2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 10 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio. 2012 Peugeot 5008 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. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2735 mm |
