2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 945 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
