2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. Both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2008 Fiat Palio are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Palio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |