2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |