2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Palio II | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
