2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
