2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
