1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
