2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Palio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
