2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 716 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
