2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 760 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 2012 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2012 Jaguar XK 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. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Palio | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
