1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 472 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 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Palio | G25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
