2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 19 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
