2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 205 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |