2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |