2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 495 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Palio | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |