2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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. Both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2006 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,594 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 130 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |