2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Excursion

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Palio and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2155 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Palio 2004 Ford Excursion
Make Fiat Ford
Model Palio Excursion
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 6801 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 576 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 3060 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3490 mm


 

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