2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 920 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 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2003 Infiniti QX4 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. 2003 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2003 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Palio | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
