2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3020 mm |
