1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 750 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 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Murano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |