2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 799 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
