2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 555 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, 2004 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |