2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc, 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (112 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 720 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Almera (138 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
