2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |