2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1325 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
