2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio

To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.

Because 2008 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 120 2008 Fiat Palio
Make BMW Fiat
Model 120 Palio
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 0 HP
Torque 330 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 54 L


 

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