1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 946 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 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 2012 Volvo XC60 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. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
