2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1951 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 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3490 mm |
