1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 993 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
