2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2007 Chrysler 300 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. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
