2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 229 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
