2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 889 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 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |