1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 248 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 Explorer (382 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
