2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 182 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |