2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 37 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 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |