2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1440 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palio | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |