2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |