2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
