2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
