2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 410 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |