2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 340 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 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |