2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |