2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |