2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 315 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 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
