2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 393 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 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
