2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
