2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 987 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Palio | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |