2005 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 883 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |