2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |