2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
