2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 2009 Saturn Vue 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. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Palio | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
