2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |