1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 485 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 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |