2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
