2009 Fiat Linea vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Linea | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Linea | Palio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |