2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
