2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 805 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
