2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 920 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 Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2005 GMC Yukon 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. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Palio | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |