2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1530 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Palio | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
