2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 430 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 Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
