1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 645 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 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
