2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 860 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
