2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 8 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2011 Saab 9-4X 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. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2807 mm |
