2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
