2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 477 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |