2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |