2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1050 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
