2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
