2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 2003 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 664 kg more than 2003 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Malibu | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |