1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1310 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 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |