1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1045 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |