2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Palio | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
