1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 793 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
