2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 519 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 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2003 Chrysler LHS 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 Chrysler LHS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | LHS | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
