1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2003 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
