2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |