2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 544 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 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 2010 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |