2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |