2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |
