2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1018 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 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Palio | Kyron |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |