2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |