2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 712 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
