2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
