2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
