2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
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 Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 50 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Demio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |