1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1385 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
