2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 628 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
