2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
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 B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
