2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 780 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 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Tucson |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |