2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |