2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2310 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 167 L |
