2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 30 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 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, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
