2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 597 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.
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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
