2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 281 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 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |