2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 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), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 255 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
