2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 655 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
