2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest 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 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
