2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 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 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2000 Subaru Legacy 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. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |