2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1589 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |