2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 344 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 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |