2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 240 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio II | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |