1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 535 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Fiat | Xedos |
Model | Palio | 9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |