2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1300 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2895 mm |
