2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 380 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
