2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
