2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 7 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Edge |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
