1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Puma
To start off, 2004 Ford Puma is newer by 5 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 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Puma (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma.
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, 2004 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Ford Puma | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Puma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |