2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 530 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.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Palio II X-Trail
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 184 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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