2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. 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 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Palio | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |