2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2005 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
