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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 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. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 (108 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). 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 | 1240 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
