2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 555 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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2007 Fiat Palio II | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio II | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2615 mm |