2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Lynx weights approximately 160 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, 2002 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1596 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
