1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |