2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 949 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |