2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 145 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
