2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
