2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3300 mm |
