2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2003 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 671 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 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Superb |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
