2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Palio | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |