2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion

To start off, 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 431 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 Toyota Stallion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Palio 2005 Toyota Stallion
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Palio Stallion
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 70 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1336 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2730 mm


 

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