2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
