2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2001 Mazda Tribute 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. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
