1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1438 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
