2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 730 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
