2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | X90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
