2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tracker | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
