1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 452 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Palio | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
