1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1998 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1998 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Palio | ES |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
