2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2003 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 115 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2003 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palio | A |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |