2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 240 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 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
