2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 380 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
