2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2008 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Multipla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |