2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |