2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 205 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 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
