2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 274 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
