1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 520 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 Xterra (270 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
