2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 300 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
