2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Pontiac G8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Pontiac G8 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 Pontiac G8. 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 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Palio | G8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |