2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1212 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Terracan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |