2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio II | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2699 mm |
