2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 635 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 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3140 mm |