2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 321 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Fiat Palio
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Palio
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103.3 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 47 L


 

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