2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
