2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 285 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 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |