2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Picanto |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |