2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 168 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Palio | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
