1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
