2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Kia Spectra5
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Kia Spectra5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (180 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Kia Spectra5 | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Spectra5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |