2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
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 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
