2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 430 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Premacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |