1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1201 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 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Palio | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
