2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Palio and 2002 Toyota FXS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS 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 2002 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | FXS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |