2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 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. Both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
