2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 MG ZS
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 MG ZS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZS weights approximately 365 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 MG ZS | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | Palio | ZS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |