2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 634 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
