2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 200 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73.3 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
