2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
