2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ikon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |