2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Brooklands | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2380 mm |
