2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ka |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |