2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Palio II and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palio II | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |