1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 720 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
