2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 894 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
