2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 703 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.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Palio 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Palio Legacy
Year Released 2004 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 53 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2680 mm


 

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