2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 860 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 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |