2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 655 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Palio | Orlando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |