2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 556 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |