2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala and 2005 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2005 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |