2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |