2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ikon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
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 | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |