2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 649 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 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |