2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 315 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
