2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1467 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.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
