1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 6 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Palio | TS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |