2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 180 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
