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 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 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 Opel Astra weights approximately 105 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 Opel Astra (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |