2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 614 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.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
