2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1325 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio II | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
