2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Fiat Palio

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,775 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 990 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008 Fiat Palio
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Grand Voyager Palio
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2775 cc 1579 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 54 L


 

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