2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 765 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1584 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 | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |