2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |