2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
