2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 616 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 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1656 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |