1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1083 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Palio | Liberty |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |