2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1065 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
