2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 511 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
