2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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, 2007 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 114 L |
