2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ka |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |