2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |