2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2003 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 245 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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |