2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 949 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
