2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1260 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |