2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 348 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (171 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
