2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 25 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 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
