2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 615 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Palio 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Palio Qashqai
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2640 mm


 

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