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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 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 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |