2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Ford Focus 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 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
