1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 66 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
