2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2003 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2003 Dodge Neon 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. 2003 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Palio | Neon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |