2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
