1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 635 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Palio | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |