2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 443 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
