2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2003 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |