1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
