2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 65 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |