2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
