2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 825 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
