2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1011 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Palio | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |