2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 190 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 2009 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
