2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 5 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), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Palio | Sandero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |