2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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 (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |