2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |