2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
