2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 480 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.
Because 2004 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Palio | UTE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
