2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 763 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |