2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 180 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |