2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 590 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 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |