2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Reno |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |