2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |