2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1054 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Palio 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Fiat GMC
Model Palio Envoy
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 98 HP 275 HP
Torque 141 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 102 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 2194 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3280 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 95 L


 

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