2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 697 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 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |