2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
