2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 563 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |